Distinguished
Distinguished adjective - Having or showing a formal and serious or reserved manner.
Usage example: heads turned as the well-dressed, distinguished couple strode through the hotel lobby
Proper and distinguished are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Proper" instead an adjective "Distinguished".
Nearby Words: distinguishing, distinguishable
Proper
Proper adjective - Following the established traditions of refined society and good taste.
Distinguished and proper are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Distinguished" instead an adjective "Proper".
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
- Granted, it's an Affectionate Parody, but it's still confusing because the teams can't be distinguished without proper jerseys.
Source: Anachronism Stew / Video Games
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